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Department of Community and Government Services

The Government of Nunavut was selected as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, and Top Employers for Young People and recent graduates in 2023. With one of the fastest growing and youngest populations in Canada, Nunavut is a dynamic, vibrant territory, committed to becoming an even better place for future generations. As a government, we are strengthening our unique model of governance - one that integrates Inuit societal values, promotes use of the Inuktut language, achieves a representative public service, and collaborates with partners to achieve the promise of Nunavut. Successful applicants will enjoy a competitive salary, medical and dental benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, relocation privileges and opportunities for training and career advancement.

Reporting to the Chief Electrical Inspector, the Regional Electrical Inspector is responsible for ensuring that the electrical systems in Nunavut operate in a safe and efficient manner. The Inspector shall advise contractors, the general public and government officials on the proper installation of equipment and systems based on the codes in effect and acceptable trade practices. Failure to perform these duties could result in a hazardous situation that would reflect poorly on the Government of Nunavut (GN). Improper code interpretations, enforcements and errors in judgement could result in a serious life and/or property loss. This could result in the GN being held liable for injuries, property damage or financial loss.

The Regional Electrical Inspector performs physical inspections on all types of electrical installations to insure conformity to the minimal acceptable safety standards of the Act and Regulations. The Inspector issues permits, and monitors and ensures all electrical installations are done by qualified electrical workers and that the electrical permit has been obtained for the installation. This position reviews, analyses and approves electrical engineering designs for various types of electrical installations in Nunavut by evaluating them in conjunction with the codes and standards. The Inspector investigates electrical accidents, fires and violations of the Act in Nunavut, and reports findings to the Chief Electrical Inspector.

QUALIFICATIONS

The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job are usually obtained by satisfying the requirements for a Certificate of Qualification, issued by a Canadian Province or Territory as a Journeyperson, along with an Interprovincial “Red Seal” endorsement with a minimum of five (5) years of construction experience in the electrical trade, after certification and one year’s experience supervising electrical installations. Equivalencies would include: a degree in Electrical Engineering by a recognized, accredited university, along with five (5) years’ experience in power and distribution systems design and construction, two years of which are as a project manager; or a diploma from an accredited Canadian college as an Electrical Engineering Technologist with a minimum of seven (7) years’ experience in power and distribution systems design and construction, two of which are as a project manager. This is a position of trust, and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check is required.

Fluency in two or more of Nunavut’s official languages would be considered an asset. Knowledge of Inuit communities, culture, land, Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, Inuktut and experience working in a northern cross-cultural environment are also considered assets.

Acceptable combinations of education and experience may be considered for this position. We encourage you to apply if you have equivalent years of education and/or experience equal to the education and experience requirements listed above.

Compensation & benefits: This indeterminate position is included in the Nunavut Employees Union, and offers a salary range of $100,780 to $114,378 per year (for 37.5 hours/week), plus a Northern Allowance of $16,008 per annum. Note: Subsidized staff housing is available.

For more information and to apply

If you are interested in this opportunity as a Regional Electrical Inspector (Reference # 14-01-130-2024HQ), please contact us or send your cover letter and resume, by 11:59 p.m. eastern time, January 10, 2025, using one of the following methods: Department of Human Resources, Government of Nunavut, P.O. Box 1000, Station 430, Iqaluit, Nunavut X0A 0H0. Tel: 867-975-6222. Toll Free: 1-888-668-9993. Fax: 867-975-6220. E-mail: IqaluitApplications@gov.nu.ca. Please include the REFERENCE # in the subject line of your e-mail. Job descriptions may be obtained by fax or e-mail, or online. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Note:An eligibility list may be created to fill future vacancies. Please specify in your cover letter your location preference(s). Applicants may submit their resume in any of the Official Languages of Nunavut (i.e., Inuktut, English or French).

The Government of Nunavut is committed to creating a more representative workforce so it can better understand and serve the needs of Nunavummiut. Priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit. Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Nunavut Priority Hiring Policy. Employment in some positions requires an acceptable criminal record check. Possession of a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify candidates from further consideration. The onus is on candidates in receipt of foreign post-secondary education credentials to have their foreign credentials assessed through a recognized Canadian education institution.

For position details, please visit the Government of Nunavut website at https://gov.nu.ca/human -resources.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person